We lost our 16+ year old Rat Terrier in October. Yetcha was a Momma's girl. My wife loved Yetcha more than anything or I think anyone has ever loved an animal. Needless to say she is still in a funk and has a Beanie Baby dog she still takes to bed and has to have with her most everywhere in the house. Izzi sounds wonderful although my wife says she does not want to go through the pain of losing a pet again. I am torn between honoring her wishes and getting her another ratter.